1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z8 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
